Human rights groups: Police lacked clear command during June 25 protests
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-09-25 15:28:58

Human rights groups: Police lacked clear command during June 25 protests

Video evidence shows police retreating, leaving unattended a section of the fence around the parliament grounds that had fallen earlier.

Drama as police attempt to arrest activists outside President Ruto’s office
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-09-24 15:36:48

Drama as police attempt to arrest activists outside President Ruto’s office

The shocked families of the abducted victims who accompanied the activists wailed as the commotion ensued.

Kanja puts criminals on notice as he takes over as new police IG
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-09-20 08:00:02

Kanja puts criminals on notice as he takes over as new police IG

He called on Kenyans to take an active role in safeguarding the country by working closely with security agencies.

Three abducted in Kitengela 30 days ago now found alive
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-09-20 06:45:43

Three abducted in Kitengela 30 days ago now found alive

They were located in Gachie, Kihara Ward in Kiambu County on Thursday night.

DCI refutes claims of police involvement in Kitengela three disappearances
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-09-19 22:02:19

DCI refutes claims of police involvement in Kitengela three disappearances

Amin said the NPS is not holding the missing trio and emphasised that abduction is a serious offence under the penal code.

National Assembly approves Kanja for appointment as Police Inspector General
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-09-18 17:00:09

National Assembly approves Kanja for appointment as Police Inspector General

Kanja brings nearly four decades of law enforcement experience to his new role.

Residents of Mombasa demand probe into abduction of MCA Yusuf Hussein
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-09-18 16:49:38

Residents of Mombasa demand probe into abduction of MCA Yusuf Hussein

The Minority Leader in the Wajir County Assembly was reportedly taken by armed individuals along Enterprise Road as he drove towards his home in Pangani after leaving South C.

Family of missing Wajir MCA sues Police IG, DCI over his abduction
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-09-17 13:12:56

Family of missing Wajir MCA sues Police IG, DCI over his abduction

Yusuf was not under investigation for any offence or reported for any crime before his abduction around 8 pm.

Della MCA Yussuf Hussein abducted in Nairobi, Wajir leaders demand action
  • Author: Issa Hussein
  • Date: 2024-09-14 20:55:05

Della MCA Yussuf Hussein abducted in Nairobi, Wajir leaders demand action

Wajir MCAs, led by Speaker Abdille Yussuf, revealed that Yussuf was kidnapped around 9 pm by unidentified individuals in two Land Cruiser Prado vehicles.

Police not involved in abductions, says Masengeli
  • Author: Issa Hussein
  • Date: 2024-09-11 20:07:31

Police not involved in abductions, says Masengeli

Masengeli also warned that the government would not tolerate the rise of teen gangs harassing residents in Garissa town.

High court gives IG last chance to explain whereabouts of three abducted Kenyans
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-09-03 19:05:29

High court gives IG last chance to explain whereabouts of three abducted Kenyans

The three are Bob Micheni Njagi, Jamil Longton and Aslam Longton suspected to have been abducted by security agents on August 19, 2024, for perception of involvement in anti-government protests.

Karua criticises police meeting with media amid ongoing brutality concerns
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-08-22 14:02:30

Karua criticises police meeting with media amid ongoing brutality concerns

Karua wondered why the focus was on convening with media leaders rather than identifying and addressing the officers who had attacked journalists during their coverage of the protests.

Mombasa Finance Chief allegedly abducted during raid at his home by plainclothes officers
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-08-22 11:26:45

Mombasa Finance Chief allegedly abducted during raid at his home by plainclothes officers

Speaking to The Eastleigh Voice, County Chief of Staff Noah Akala revealed that soon after the abduction, a city lawyer contacted the county administration, demanding Sh15 million by the end of the day.

We are committed to rescuing abducted Korean Missionaries - police
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-08-15 23:19:54

We are committed to rescuing abducted Korean Missionaries - police

Masengeli on Thursday revealed that investigations into the twin incidents were underway and assured that those responsible will be brought to book.

Garissa residents call for end to abductions, torture by suspected State agents
  • Author: Issa Hussein
  • Date: 2024-08-15 07:15:14

Garissa residents call for end to abductions, torture by suspected State agents

They say abductions and extrajudicial killings continue with impunity despite the president's promise to end the practice. 

Police abductions, disregard of court orders by State agencies reignite worries of the dark days
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-07-20 13:42:49

Police abductions, disregard of court orders by State agencies reignite worries of the dark days

In 2021, the use of civilian cars during police undercover missions was banned in a bid to stop extra-judicial killings and kidnappings

Veteran Journalist Macharia Gaitho narrates arrest ordeal, vows to take legal action
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-07-17 13:42:39

Veteran Journalist Macharia Gaitho narrates arrest ordeal, vows to take legal action

"That Francis Gaitho they claim they are looking for—I am twice his age. He does not live where I live and does not drive the same car as me. It is me they were looking for; it is me they were trailing," Gaitho lamented.

Mistaken identity! Police apologise to veteran journalist Macharia Gaitho after dramatic arrest
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-07-17 10:01:45

Mistaken identity! Police apologise to veteran journalist Macharia Gaitho after dramatic arrest

Gaitho was arrested outside the Karen police station in the company of his son who filmed the arrest raising alarm across the media fraternity.

Four weeks of anti-state protests claim 50 lives, leaves 413 injured
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-07-16 14:57:43

Four weeks of anti-state protests claim 50 lives, leaves 413 injured

Alongside the fatalities, 413 individuals have been injured, and 59 people have either been abducted or are missing. Additionally, 682 people have been arbitrarily arrested.

FIDA condemns 'pattern of violence against women' after bodies found in Kware
  • Author: Charity Kilei
  • Date: 2024-07-13 14:36:07

FIDA condemns 'pattern of violence against women' after bodies found in Kware

Thus far, Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Ingonga has directed the police to investigate the discovery and submit its findings within 21 days. 

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